The authors advocate for systematic teaching of 9/11 within the social studies curriculum (K-16). The examination of the issues and impact of 9/11 illustrate the power of civic education in a democracy. Illustrated are the key concepts and associated issues and values of 9/11 with the National Council for the Social Studies curriculum standards. Provided are recommendations for educators on how to infuse 9/11 into the (K-16) social studies curriculum. (Contains 1 table.)